Bralirwa Brewery

Bralirwa Brewery

Bralirwa Brewery

Company type	Public
Industry	Brewing
Founded	1957
Founder	Heineken N.V.
Area served	Rwanda
Products	Beers, soft drinks
Revenue	$100 million (2020)
Number of employees	1,000

Bralirwa Brewery is a public brewing company based in Kigali, Rwanda. It was founded in 1957 by Heineken N.V., a Dutch brewing company. Bralirwa Brewery is one of the largest and oldest breweries in Rwanda.

History

Bralirwa Brewery was established in 1957 as a joint venture between the Rwandan government and Heineken N.V. The brewery was initially named "Brasseries et Limonaderies du Rwanda" (Bralirwa) and started its operations with the production of beer and soft drinks.

In 1974, Bralirwa Brewery became a fully owned subsidiary of Heineken N.V. and continued to expand its operations in Rwanda. The brewery introduced new beer brands and expanded its distribution network across the country.

Products

Bralirwa Brewery produces a wide range of beers and soft drinks. Some of its popular beer brands include:

• Primus
• Mützig
• Amstel
• Turbo King

In addition to beers, Bralirwa Brewery also produces a variety of soft drinks, including:

• Coca-Cola
• Fanta
• Sprite

Operations

Bralirwa Brewery operates its main brewery in Kigali, Rwanda. The brewery has a production capacity of over 1 million hectoliters per year. It employs approximately 1,000 people and has a wide distribution network across Rwanda.

The company focuses on maintaining high-quality standards in its brewing processes and uses locally sourced ingredients to produce its beverages. Bralirwa Brewery is committed to sustainable practices and has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.

Awards and Recognition

Bralirwa Brewery has received several awards and recognition for its contribution to the brewing industry in Rwanda. Some of the notable achievements include:

• Winner of the "Best Brewery in Rwanda" award in 2019
• Recognized for its commitment to corporate social responsibility in 2020